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- ↑ "Emory Soccer Guide" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 2009-07-09. Retrieved 2009-07-20.
- ↑ Emory Sports Hall of Fame inducts 10 The Atlanta Journal and The Atlanta Constitution - Thursday, September 27, 1990
- ↑ Ex-Chiefs Stars Lead Amateur Soccer Squad - 10 Teams to Vie for Five Titles in National Cup The Atlanta Journal and The Atlanta Constitution - Thursday, June 1, 1989
- ↑ Solem's professional resume